Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 1
Linfield vs Ballymena United Prediction & Betting Tips
Windsor Park, Belfast
Our prediction: Draw (45%); Both teams to score: No.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
LinfieldDrawBallymena United
Match Result
Linfield
45%
Both Teams Score
No
62%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
141Draws
1
2.38Avg Goals
25%BTTS
44%Over 2.5
31 Jan 2026Linfield2-1Ballymena United
25 Oct 2025Linfield2-1Ballymena United
16 Sept 2025Ballymena United1-0Linfield
7 Feb 2025Ballymena United2-2Linfield
9 Nov 2024Linfield2-0Ballymena United
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Linfield vs Ballymena United?
Our model predicts Linfield with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Linfield vs Ballymena United?
Both teams to score: No (62% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Linfield vs Ballymena United?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Linfield vs Ballymena United played?
Linfield vs Ballymena United takes place on 8 Aug 2026 at Windsor Park.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Glentoran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2 |  Cliftonville FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 3 | Ballymena United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 |  Bangor | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 5 |  Coleraine FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 6 |  Crusaders FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 7 |  Dungannon Swifts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 8 | Linfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 9 |  Larne | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 11 |  Portadown | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 12 |  Carrick Rangers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
LinfieldLLLWD
10Played
3Wins
2Draws
5Losses
| Points/Game | 1.1 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.3 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.7 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 40% |
Recent Matches
16 JulDvs Kalju Nomme2-2
12 MayWvs Dungannon Swifts3-1
25 AprLvs Cliftonville FC1-2
18 AprLvs Coleraine FC0-3
11 AprLvs Larne0-2
Ballymena UnitedDWDLL
10Played
2Wins
5Draws
3Losses
| Points/Game | 1.1 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.6 |
| BTTS | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
25 AprLat Crusaders FC2-3
18 AprLvs Portadown1-2
15 AprDvs Bangor0-0
11 AprWat Carrick Rangers3-2
7 AprDvs Glenavon FC1-1
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 16 |
| Average Goals | 2.38 |
| BTTS | 25% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 44% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 75% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Linfield | 32 | 2 per game |
| Ballymena United | 6 | 0.38 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Linfield | 11 (69%) |
| Ballymena United | 1 (6%) |
31 Jan 2026PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United
25 Oct 2025PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United
16 Sept 2025PremiershipBallymena United1-0Linfield
7 Feb 2025PremiershipBallymena United2-2Linfield
9 Nov 2024PremiershipLinfield2-0Ballymena United
10 Aug 2024PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
24 Feb 2024PremiershipLinfield2-0Ballymena United
25 Nov 2023PremiershipLinfield4-0Ballymena United
18 Aug 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-1Linfield
21 Jan 2023PremiershipLinfield3-0Ballymena United
18 Nov 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
3 Sept 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-4Linfield
8 Mar 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
15 Jan 2022PremiershipLinfield1-0Ballymena United
21 Dec 2021PremiershipLinfield1-0Ballymena United
17 Apr 2021PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United